2024 National Conference

Eduardo Ramirez

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Eduardo "Eddie" Ramirez, a highly motivated and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (C.S.C.S.), currently serves as an Assistant Athletic Performance Coach at Indiana University, bringing a wealth of experience and a proven track record in developing elite-level athletes. Eager to take on the role of a Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Eddie is dedicated to implementing and enhancing comprehensive strength, speed, and conditioning programs for college student-athletes.

In his most recent role at Indiana University, Eddie has seamlessly integrated himself into the athletic program, focusing on elevating the performance of student-athletes. His dedication to excellence is grounded in a diverse background, including his stint as the Interim Head Coach and Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach at Franklin Pierce University in Rindge, NH, from August 2021 to January 2022. As the Interim Head Coach, Eddie collaborated with various coaches to plan and implement effective strength and conditioning programs, demonstrating his leadership skills and ability to adapt to dynamic coaching environments. He also actively reviewed budgeting for the strength and conditioning department, showcasing his strategic mindset in resource management.

During his time at Franklin Pierce University as an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach, Eddie excelled in developing sport-specific training programs and surpassing weight room goals for all sports teams. His role also involved supervising strength and conditioning interns, providing them with valuable education and guidance, further illustrating his commitment to mentorship and knowledge transfer. Eddie's journey includes a valuable internship at George Mason University from October 2018 to December 2020, where he worked as an Olympic Sports Strength & Conditioning Intern. In this role, he collaborated with various sports teams, including soccer, wrestling, baseball, and softball, showcasing his versatility and adaptability. Eddie supervised daily weight room team training, coached lifts with a focus on proper technique, and implemented team-specific programs, highlighting his ability to tailor training to specific athletic demands.

In addition to his experiences at George Mason University, Eddie contributed to the University of Texas, Austin, as a Football Strength & Conditioning Intern from May 2019 to July 2019. There, he provided crucial support during pre-season football strength and conditioning, offering daily workout guidance, assisting with program overviews and spotting, and implementing innovative training methods to optimize athlete performance. Eddie's passion for football was further demonstrated during his internship at Syracuse University from May 2018 to July 2018, where he provided strength and conditioning support for the football team, emphasizing proper programming and contributing to the development of effective workout routines.

Before his university roles, Eddie served as an Explosive Performance (EP) Coach at Worldgate Sport & Health in Herndon, VA, from January 2014 to February 2020. In this capacity, he provided strength and conditioning training for various teams, including the Washington Spirit Academy U17/U19 Soccer, South Lakes HS Boys Lacrosse, and Herndon Youth Soccer teams. Eddie's commitment to athlete well-being was evident in his application of safe training methods to reduce the risk of injury both on and off the field.

Eddie holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from George Mason University, earned in December 2020, and pursued graduate courses in Kinesiology from September 2020 to May 2021. He obtained his C.S.C.S. certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association in December 2020, reflecting his commitment to professional excellence. Additionally, Eddie holds a U.S.A. Weightlifting Performance Coach Level 1 certification, obtained in March 2018.